About the Role
<h1 data-section-id="1p7oj6c" data-start="150" data-end="202"><span role="text"><strong data-start="152" data-end="200">Nocturnist Physician Assistant – Hospitalist</strong></span></h1><p data-start="203" data-end="252"><strong data-start="203" data-end="252">Baylor University Medical Center – Dallas, TX</strong></p><h2 data-section-id="mblbbi" data-start="254" data-end="272"><span role="text"><strong data-start="257" data-end="272">Job Summary</strong></span></h2><p data-start="273" data-end="695">The Nocturnist Physician Assistant (PA) – Inpatient Medicine is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who delivers high-quality, direct patient care during overnight hours in a hospital setting. This role includes delegated prescriptive authority, credentialing, and privileging, with services billed as an independent provider in accordance with Medicare, Medicaid, and applicable regulatory standards.</p><p data-start="697" data-end="1029">Working collaboratively with supervising physicians and interdisciplinary teams, the Nocturnist PA manages acutely ill and hospitalized patients, focusing on admissions, cross-coverage, and overnight clinical care. The provider practices within the scope defined by state regulations, institutional policies, and clinical protocols.</p><hr><h2 data-section-id="19ph0f2" data-start="1036" data-end="1064"><span role="text"><strong data-start="1039" data-end="1064">Schedule & Role Focus</strong></span></h2><ul data-start="1065" data-end="1361"><li data-section-id="1a1q6u6" data-start="1065" data-end="1133">Night shift / nocturnist schedule (e.g., 9 PM – 7 AM or similar)</li><li data-section-id="j51xyw" data-start="1134" data-end="1227">Primary responsibility for overnight admissions, cross-coverage, and urgent patient needs</li><li data-section-id="1is4ppm" data-start="1228" data-end="1315">Collaboration with hospitalists, specialists, nursing staff, and ancillary services</li><li data-section-id="1d76934" data-start="1316" data-end="1361">May include weekend and holiday rotations</li></ul><hr><h2 data-section-id="l2u1im" data-start="1368" data-end="1406"><span role="text"><strong data-start="1371" data-end="1406">Essential Functions of the Role</strong></span></h2><ul data-start="1407" data-end="2420"><li data-section-id="19aqt57" data-start="1407" data-end="1508">Perform comprehensive or focused histories and physical examinations to assess patient conditions</li><li data-section-id="18wv5uv" data-start="1509" data-end="1577">Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic studies</li><li data-section-id="ufg6kr" data-start="1578" data-end="1663">Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in hospitalized patients</li><li data-section-id="1no0v3b" data-start="1664" data-end="1758">Initiate and manage treatment plans using evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines</li><li data-section-id="1qg1wc8" data-start="1759" data-end="1852">Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions in accordance with approved protocols</li><li data-section-id="d3f0ga" data-start="1853" data-end="1937">Respond to overnight clinical changes, rapid responses, and urgent patient needs</li><li data-section-id="jglvg6" data-start="1938" data-end="2003">Conduct hospital rounds, admissions, and discharges as needed</li><li data-section-id="18qkqzw" data-start="2004" data-end="2079">Perform procedures within scope of practice and demonstrated competency</li><li data-section-id="1dbvzyh" data-start="2080" data-end="2168">Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes</li><li data-section-id="u4po9q" data-start="2169" data-end="2267">Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and health promotion</li><li data-section-id="10v4hlq" data-start="2268" data-end="2342">Document all patient care activities accurately and in a timely manner</li><li data-section-id="dav3nb" data-start="2343" data-end="2420">Initiate consultations and referrals when cases exceed scope or expertise</li></ul><hr><h2 data-section-id="1hicc8f" data-start="2427" data-end="2453"><span role="text"><strong data-start="2430" data-end="2453">Key Success Factors</strong></span></h2><ul data-start="2454" data-end="3061"><li data-section-id="s2y0wa" data-start="2454" data-end="2543">Advanced knowledge of inpatient medicine, disease processes, and treatment modalities</li><li data-section-id="10vr8s5" data-start="2544" data-end="2632">Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking, especially in high-acuity situations</li><li data-section-id="x1vmaw" data-start="2633" data-end="2721">Ability to work independently during overnight hours while maintaining collaboration</li><li data-section-id="qrzzf0" data-start="2722" data-end="2775">Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li data-section-id="jc140n" data-start="2776" data-end="2839">Strong interpersonal skills and team-based approach to care</li><li data-section-id="pu1asc" data-start="2840" data-end="2915">Proficiency in electronic medical records and clinical software systems</li><li data-section-id="15m893p" data-start="2916" data-end="2983">Ability to develop and implement outcomes-based treatment plans</li><li data-section-id="1gqzz4g" data-start="2984" data-end="3061">Skill in interpreting diagnostic tests and responding to clinical changes</li></ul><hr><h2 data-section-id="16jpolt" data-start="3068" data-end="3097"><span role="text"><strong data-start="3071" data-end="3097">Minimum Qualifications</strong></span></h2><ul data-start="3098" data-end="3497"><li data-section-id="11h97ij" data-start="3098" data-end="3155">Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program</li><li data-section-id="6apnen" data-start="3156" data-end="3224">Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas</li><li data-section-id="1chv59y" data-start="3225" data-end="3318">Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)</li><li data-section-id="b33v7i" data-start="3319" data-end="3369">Prescriptive authority and DEA (as applicable)</li><li data-section-id="1ry9ljz" data-start="3370" data-end="3412">Basic Life Support (BLS) certification</li><li data-section-id="1uhfksy" data-start="3413" data-end="3497">Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 30 days of hire</li></ul><hr><h2 data-section-id="1wqigrm" data-start="3504" data-end="3535"><span role="text"><strong data-start="3507" data-end="3535">Preferred Qualifications</strong></span></h2><ul data-start="3536" data-end="3656"><li data-section-id="gv9y1c" data-start="3536" data-end="3609">Experience in inpatient medicine, hospitalist, or acute care settings</li><li data-section-id="1vu3jo0" data-start="3610" data-end="3656">Prior nocturnist or night shift experience</li></ul><hr><h2 data-section-id="asdj0h" data-start="3663" data-end="3678"><span role="text"><strong data-start="3666" data-end="3678">Benefits</strong></span></h2><p data-start="3679" data-end="3779">Baylor University Medical Center offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:</p><ul data-start="3781" data-end="3977"><li data-section-id="1vojsoi" data-start="3781" data-end="3838">Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits</li><li data-section-id="1qtqslz" data-start="3839" data-end="3900">401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%</li><li data-section-id="1nrw5m1" data-start="3901" data-end="3935">Tuition reimbursement programs</li><li data-section-id="1t6ango" data-start="3936" data-end="3977">Paid Time Off (PTO) starting on Day 1</li></ul><p data-start="3979" data-end="4050"><em data-start="3979" data-end="4050"><i>Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and employment status.</i></em></p><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br/><br/>- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program<br/><br/>- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience<br/><br/>- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - <br/> Physician Assistants (PA)<br/><br/> Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.<br/><br/>